Ethylene oxide imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene oxide by the United Kingdom reached $14.8 million in 2024 (8.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $25.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.8M | 8.6K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $25.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2021 | $21.6M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $21.7M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $24.6M | 14.7K t |
| 2017 | $21.8M | 14.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ethylene oxide from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 53% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $7.8M | 53% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 38% |
| Belgium | $831K | 5.6% |
| United States | $558K | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $34K | 0.2% |
| China | $14K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $9K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.71 per kg, 23% above the world average of $1.39. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylene oxide exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of ethylene oxide by the United Kingdom reached $978 thousand in 2024 (67 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (49%), Australia (13%), Jordan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Lithuania grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $482K | 49% |
| Australia | $124K | 13% |
| Jordan | $89K | 9.1% |
| France | $42K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 4% |
| Slovakia | $31K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $26K | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | $24K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $17K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $15K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ethylene oxide imports (HS 2910.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2910.10: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene oxide imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ethylene oxide worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 111 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene oxide to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Germany (38%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 681% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene oxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.71 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $1.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene oxide to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.8 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2022 at $25.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ethylene oxide?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $978 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Australia and Jordan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene oxide?
The HS code for ethylene oxide is subheading 2910.10. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2910 page.
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